15.281 - MIT GradEl

Program

Curriculum

15.281
Advanced Leadership Communications

Spring

Prereq: 15.27915.28015.284, or permission of instructor
Units: 3-0-6

Introduces interactive oral and interpersonal communication skills critical to leaders, including strategies for presenting to a hostile audience, running effective and productive meetings, active listening, and contributing to group decision-making. Includes team-run classes on chosen communication topics, and an individual analysis of leadership qualities and characteristics. Students deliver an oral presentation and an executive summary, both aimed at a business audience.
N. Hartman, V. Healy-Tangney, S. Springer